Zebra: Shopper, associate satisfaction on the declineCustomers and store associates are both reporting widespread issues. Adobe: Holiday spending helped drive October online spending to $89BOnline consumers in the U.S. got an early start to the holidays in October to the tune of $88.7 billion. Retail Technology News: October update Here are some of the most noteworthy and innovative technology stories as reported by Chain Store Age in October, starting with the most recent. Amazon to integrate next-gen Alexa model into BMW cars BMW drivers will soon have access to the latest iteration of Amazon’s Alexa artificial intelligence voice assistant. IHL Group: Retailers see this technology as key to inventory accuracy Retailers report an inventory accuracy problem, but have identified a primary solution. Amazon expands Whole Foods store assortment via 'store within a store' concept Shoppers at a Whole Foods Market location in Pennsylvania now have access to national name-brand groceries and everyday essentials from Amazon. Rally House automates hiring in midst of expansion A sports apparel and merchandise retailer is ensuring it has enough employees during a period of rapid growth. VenHub opens autonomous convenience store at L.A.'s Union Station A major travel hub is now home to a new 24/7 autonomous convenience store. Dollar General taps tech veteran for new AI leadership role The nation’s largest dollar store chain is adding new tech-focused talent to its leadership team. Amazon enters $38 billion partnership with OpenAI Amazon continues expanding its presence in the burgeoning generative and agentic artificial intelligence marketplace. First Previous 15 16 17 18 19 Next Last
